This Day in History: 1951-08-22

Mahwah residents were urged to contribute good used clothing for war refugees in South Korea. Contributions could be left in the firehouses of Mahwah, Masonicus, Fardale, and West Mahwah as well as the homes of the Committee members and Scherer’s Store. Clothing was to be in good condition but did not have to be laundered or cleaned. Shoes and hats were welcomed but straw hats were not desired, according to Chairman Steve Kudricks, because they are so hard to pack. (It is hard to picture South Koreans wearing straw hats. Were they still being worn in Mahwah as late as 1951?) (Bristow)